Pumpkin might be the name on everybody’s lips during the Harvest season, but the underrated butternut squash is as delicious and full of goodness too. In fact, you can safely use butternut squash in any recipe that calls for pumpkin. These easy butternut squash recipes are fuss-free, comforting and delicious, packed with Fall flavours, and are totally family-friendly dinners. They are fantastic meal ideas that deliver when it comes to taste and comfort.

Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto

If you are looking for a cozy Fall dinner, this Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto is the perfect meal for you. It’s loaded with parmesan cheese to create a heart-warming dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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Butternut Squash Spaghetti Carbonara

A twist on the classic Italian dish, this Butternut Squash Spaghetti Carbonara tastes like Autumn and comfort. It’s loaded with pancetta and lots of parmesan cheese for a touch of indulgence. 

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Creamy Butternut Mac and Cheese Soup

A creamy and comforting dinner with a touch of Fall, this Butternut Mac and Cheese Soup is divinely rich and cheesy, and so much goodness.

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Kale and Butternut Squash Salad

Kale and Butternut Squash Salad loaded with roasted butternut squash and kale, wholemeal couscous, dried cranberries and toasted pumpkin seeds, a healthy and filling Fall salad that is incredibly light and delicious.

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Roasted Butternut Squash Halves

These Roasted Butternut Squash Halves might be simple, but they are jam-packed with incredible Fall flavours. They are easy to make with minimal prep, and can be enjoyed on their own or added to other dishes.

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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

This is no regular mac and cheese, but an incredibly flavourful Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese that tastes of coziness and Fall. It has a delicate hint of sage to create a healthier twist on the classic dish, but as creamy and heart-warming.

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Butternut Squash Arancini

If you happen to have any leftover butternut squash risotto, you really must try these Butternut Squash Arancini. They are stuffed with creamy butternut squash risotto and mozzarella, then deep fried to perfection for a delicious Fall appetizer.

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Stuffed Butternut Squash

Stuffed Butternut Squash with couscous and vegetables, a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that tastes like Autumn. It’s packed with wonderful earthy flavours, and can be enjoyed either as a side dish or a meal on its own.

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Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Stew

Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Stew with beans and spinach, a hearty and nutritious Fall dinner that is vegetarian and vegan friendly. It’s heart-warming, comforting and and so easy to make.

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Butternut Squash Sausage Pasta

Butternut Squash Sausage Pasta, a one pan dinner recipe that can please the whole family. It’s super easy to make with simple ingredients, and so cozy too.

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